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Bangsawan is a form of popular Malay entertainment that emerged in the 1920s. It combines songs and contemporary dances with dramatic pieces drawn from Islamic romances and adventure stories. Bangsawan troupes traveled widely, influencing performers in other Southeast Asian regions. While it was once a popular form of entertainment, the rise of cinema and television has led to a decline in its audience. The art form is characterized by its melodramatic plays and has been influenced by various cultural intrusions over time.1

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  1. Southeast Asian arts - Chinese and popular entertainments
  2. South Asian arts - Bangladesh

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